Patents by Inventor Charles Diehl
Charles Diehl has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20120029132Abstract: Aqueous dispersions including at least one thermoplastic resin; at least one dispersing agent; and water; wherein the dispersion has a pH of less than 12 are disclosed along with dispersions including at least one thermoplastic resin; at least one dispersing agent; and water wherein the dispersion has a volume average particle size of less than about 5 ?m. Some dispersions include less than about 4 percent by weight of the dispersing agent based on the weight of the thermoplastic resin. Other dispersions include at least one propylene-rich alpha-olefin interpolymer; at least one dispersing agent; and water. Methods of making such dispersions are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 4, 2011Publication date: February 2, 2012Applicant: Dow Global Technologies LLCInventors: Brad M. Moncla, Matthew J. Kalinowski, David Speth, Charles Diehl, Dale Schmidt, Kevin D. Maak, Ronald Wevers
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Publication number: 20120009417Abstract: Aqueous dispersions including at least one thermoplastic resin; at least one dispersing agent; and water; wherein the dispersion has a pH of less than 12 are disclosed along with dispersions including at least one thermoplastic resin; at least one dispersing agent; and water wherein the dispersion has a volume average particle size of less than about 5 ?m. Some dispersions include less than about 4 percent by weight of the dispersing agent based on the weight of the thermoplastic resin. Other dispersions include at least one propylene-rich alpha-olefin interpolymer; at least one dispersing agent; and water. Methods of making such dispersions are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 21, 2011Publication date: January 12, 2012Applicant: Dow Global Technologies LLCInventors: Brad M. Moncla, Matthew J. Kalinowski, Dave Speth, Charles Diehl, Dale Schmidt, Kevin D. Maak, Ronald Wevers
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Publication number: 20110071244Abstract: Aqueous dispersions including at least one thermoplastic resin; at least one dispersing agent; and water; wherein the dispersion has a pH of less than 12 are disclosed along with dispersions including at least one thermoplastic resin; at least one dispersing agent; and water wherein the dispersion has a volume average particle size of less than about 5 ?m. Some dispersions include less than about 4 percent by weight of the dispersing agent based on the weight of the thermoplastic resin. Other dispersions include at least one propylene-rich alpha-olefin interpolymer; at least one dispersing agent; and water. Methods of making such dispersions are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2010Publication date: March 24, 2011Applicant: Dow Global Technologies Inc.Inventors: Brad M. Moncla, Matthew J. Kalinowski, David Speth, Charles Diehl, Dale Schmidt, Kevin D. Maak, Ronald Wevers
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Patent number: 7803865Abstract: Aqueous dispersions including at least one thermoplastic resin; at least one dispersing agent; and water; wherein the dispersion has a pH of less than 12 are disclosed along with dispersions including at least one thermoplastic resin; at least one dispersing agent; and water wherein the dispersion has a volume average particle size of less than about 5 ?m. Some dispersions include less than about 4 percent by weight of the dispersing agent based on the weight of the thermoplastic resin. Other dispersions include at least one propylene-rich alpha-olefin interpolymer; at least one dispersing agent; and water. Methods of making such dispersions are also described.Type: GrantFiled: August 25, 2004Date of Patent: September 28, 2010Assignee: Dow Global Technologies Inc.Inventors: Brad M. Moncla, Matthew J. Kalinowski, Dave Speth, Charles Diehl, Dale Schmidt, Kevin D. Maak, Ronald Wevers
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Publication number: 20100048784Abstract: Aqueous dispersions including at least one thermoplastic resin; at least one dispersing agent; and water; wherein the dispersion has a pH of less than 12 are disclosed along with dispersions including at least one thermoplastic resin; at least one dispersing agent; and water wherein the dispersion has a volume average particle size of less than about 5 ?m. Some dispersions include less than about 4 percent by weight of the dispersing agent based on the weight of the thermoplastic resin. Other dispersions include at least one propylene-rich alpha-olefin interpolymer; at least one dispersing agent; and water. Methods of making such dispersions are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2009Publication date: February 25, 2010Applicant: Dow Global Technologies Inc.Inventors: Brad M. Moncla, Matthew J. Kalinowski, Dave Speth, Charles Diehl, Dale Schmidt, Kevin D. Maak, Ronald Weyers
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Publication number: 20080011194Abstract: Described herein are composite compositions and methods for making such compositions. The composition includes or is the reaction product of a cellulosic material, an organic component, and a thermoplastic. Some useful organic components include a silane-containing polymer. Some of the compositions have improved physical properties such as tensile properties, improved strength, and reduced water absorption.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2005Publication date: January 17, 2008Applicant: Dow Global Technologies Inc.Inventors: Jodi Mecca, Calvin Esneault, Hoang Pham, Nathan Malowinski, Hong Peng, Charles Diehl, Timothy Pope
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Publication number: 20080009586Abstract: A dispersion and methods for forming a dispersion that includes a catalytic linear multi-block olefin interpolymer, and at least one dispersing agent, wherein the catalytic linear multi-block olefin interpolymer includes at least one hard segment and at least one soft segment is disclosed. Various applications of the dispersion are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 2, 2007Publication date: January 10, 2008Applicant: DOW GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES INC.Inventors: Mark VanSumeren, Ronald Wevers, Charles Diehl, Gary Strandburg, Brad Moncla, Kevin Maak
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Publication number: 20070292705Abstract: An aqueous dispersions including (A) at least one ethylene-based polyolefin forming a dispersed polymer phase; (B) at least one dispersing agent; and (C) water; wherein the dispersion has a pH of less than 12; and wherein the dispersed polymer phase has a volume average particle size of less than about 5 microns. In other aspects, an article or a substrate including a coating, wherein the coating was obtained from an aqueous dispersion comprising (A) at least one of an ethylene-based polyolefin and a propylene-based polyolefin; (B) at least one dispersing agent; and (C) water; wherein the dispersion had a pH of less than 12.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2007Publication date: December 20, 2007Applicant: DOW GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES INC.Inventors: Brad Moncla, Matthew Kalinowski, David Speth, Charles Diehl, Dale Schmidt, Kevin Maak, Wenbin Liang, Gary Strandburg
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Publication number: 20070202330Abstract: A fiber is obtainable from or comprises a blend of a propylene based polymer and an ethylene/?-olefin interpolymer characterized by an elastic recovery, Re, in percent at 300 percent strain and 1 cycle and a density, d, in grams/cubic centimeter, wherein the elastic recovery and the density satisfy the following relationship: Re>1481-1629(d). Such interpolymer can also be characterized by other properties. The fibers made therefrom have a relatively high elastic recovery and a relatively low coefficient of friction. The fibers can be cross-linked, if desired. Woven, knitted or non-woven fabrics can be made from such fibers.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2007Publication date: August 30, 2007Applicant: Dow Global Technologies Inc.Inventors: Hong Peng, Hongyu Chen, Yuen-Yuen Chiu, Shih-Yaw Lai, Eddy Garcia-Meitin, Charles Diehl
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Publication number: 20070155900Abstract: This invention relates to polyolefin compositions. In particular, the invention pertains to elastic polymer compositions that can be more easily processed on cast film lines, extrusion lamination or coating lines. The compositions of the present invention preferably comprise an elastomeric polyolefin resin and a high pressure low density type resin.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 12, 2007Publication date: July 5, 2007Applicant: Dow Global Technologies Inc.Inventors: Andy Chang, Stephen Hoenig, Yunwa Cheung, Daniel Moldovan, Wenbin Liang, Charles Diehl
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Publication number: 20070078222Abstract: This invention relates to polyolefin compositions. In particular, the invention pertains to elastic polymer compositions that can be more easily processed on cast film lines, extrusion lamination or coating lines. The compositions of the present invention preferably comprise an elastomeric polyolefin resin and a high pressure low density type resin.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2006Publication date: April 5, 2007Applicant: Dow Global Technologies Inc.Inventors: Andy Chang, Stephen Hoenig, Yunwa Cheung, Daniel Moldovan, Wenbin Liang, Charles Diehl
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Publication number: 20060199887Abstract: A filled polymer composition comprises (i) an ethylene/?-olefin interpolymer, and (ii) a filler. The ethylene/?-olefin interpolymer is a block copolymer having at least a hard block and at least a soft block. The soft block comprises a higher amount of comonomers than the hard block. The block interpolymer has a number of unique characteristics disclosed here. The filled polymer compositions provided herein, in certain embodiments, have relatively higher heat resistance and improved noise, vibration and harshness properties and can be used in automotive floorings, roofings, wire and cable coating applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2006Publication date: September 7, 2006Applicant: Dow Global Technologies Inc.Inventors: Wenbin Liang, Yunwa Cheung, Charles Diehl, Kyle Kummer
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Publication number: 20060199897Abstract: An adhesive composition comprises: (i) at least one ethylene/?-olefin interpolymer, (ii) at least one tackifier; and (iii) optionally at least one additive, such as a plasticizer, wax and antioxidant. Preferably, the ethylene/?-olefin interpolymer has a Mw/Mn from about 1.7 to about 3.5, at least one melting point, Tm, in degrees Celsius, and a density, d, in grams/cubic centimeter, wherein the numerical values of Tm and d correspond to the relationship: Tm?858.91?1825.3(d)+1112.8(d)2. The composition has relatively higher SAFT temperature and can be used in hot melt adhesives pressure-sensitive adhesives, and thermoplastic marking paints.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2006Publication date: September 7, 2006Applicant: Dow Global Technologies Inc.Inventors: Teresa Karjala, Selim Yalvac, Charles Diehl, Yunwa Cheung, Cynthia Rickey
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Publication number: 20060189759Abstract: A novel flooring composition was developed based on a blend comprising: a) an elastomer; b) a random propylene/alpha-olefin copolymer; c) a cross linking agent; and optionally d) a melt strength enhancing polymer. This composition achieves a unique balance of properties, exhibiting often-conflicting performance requirements. These include low gloss and excellent pattern duplication in embossing, low modulus, minimal odor, excellent grain acceptance and abrasion resistance, while remaining thermoformable and maintaining minimal shift in viscosity during recycle.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 26, 2004Publication date: August 24, 2006Inventors: Brian Walther, Carl Baker, Sharon Baker, Michael Cassiday, Charles Diehl, Wenbin Liang, David Wright
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Publication number: 20060063869Abstract: A fugitive pattern for making a shell mold for investment casting a metal or alloy comprises a substantially random interpolymer and a low molecular weight polymer in proportions to provide a fugitive pattern having a combination of properties suitable for use in making the shell molds.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2005Publication date: March 23, 2006Inventors: Dane Chang, Yunwa Cheung, Charles Diehl, Joseph Vihtelic
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Publication number: 20060063870Abstract: A fugitive pattern for making a shell mold for investment casting a metal or alloy comprises a substantially random interpolymer and a low molecular weight polymer in proportions to provide a fugitive pattern having a combination of properties suitable for use in making the shell molds.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2005Publication date: March 23, 2006Inventors: Dane Chang, Yunwa Cheung, Charles Diehl, Joseph Vihtelic
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Publication number: 20060052499Abstract: A fugitive pattern for making a shell mold for investment casting a metal or alloy comprises a substantially random interpolymer and a low molecular weight polymer in proportions to provide a fugitive pattern having a combination of properties suitable for use in making the shell molds.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2005Publication date: March 9, 2006Inventors: Dane Chang, Yunwa Cheung, Charles Diehl, Joseph Vihtelic
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Publication number: 20060025640Abstract: The subject invention pertains to homogeneous liquid low molecular weight ethylene/alpha-olefin polymers having a number average molecular weight (Mn) as determined by gel permeation chromatography, of less than 25,000, a total crystallinity, as measured by DSC, of less than 10%, and a pour point, as measured by ASTM D97, of less than 50° C. The subject invention also pertains to homogeneous gel-like low molecular weight ethylene/alpha-olefin polymers having a number average molecular weight (Mn) as determined by gel permeation chromatography, of less than 25,000, a total crystallinity, as measured by DSC, of less than 50%, and a pour point, as measured by ASTM D97, of less than 90° C.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 1, 2003Publication date: February 2, 2006Inventors: Teresa Karjala, Selim Yalvac, Thomas Karjala, Dan Vanderlende, Brian Kolthammer, James Stevens, Charles Diehl
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Publication number: 20050271888Abstract: A method for forming a heat sealable coating on a substrate, wherein the substrate is formed from at least one oriented polymer is shown. The method includes depositing an aqueous polymer dispersion on the substrate, wherein the aqueous polymer dispersion includes (A) at least one thermoplastic resin; (B) at least one dispersing agent; and (C) water; wherein the dispersion has a pH of less than 12, and drying the dispersion to form a first layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 28, 2005Publication date: December 8, 2005Applicant: DOW GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES INC.Inventors: Brad Moncla, Sarah Eckersley, Ralph Czerepinski, Charles Diehl, Matthew Kalinowski, Dale Schmidt
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Publication number: 20050266206Abstract: The present invention pertains to carpet and methods of making carpet. In one aspect, the carpet includes (a) a primary backing which has a face and a back surface, (b) a plurality of fibers attached to the primary backing and extending from the face of the primary backing and exposed at the back surface of the primary backing, (c) an adhesive backing, (d) an optional secondary backing adjacent to the adhesive backing, and (e) at least one homogeneously branched ethylene polymer. The method includes extrusion coating at least one homogeneously branched ethylene polymer onto the back surface of a primary backing to provide an adhesive backing. The method can include additional steps or procedures, either separately or in various combinations. Additional steps and procedures include washing or scouring the primary backing and fibers prior to the extrusion step, and utilizing implosion agents. The preferred homogeneously branched ethylene polymer is a substantially linear ethylene polymer.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2005Publication date: December 1, 2005Inventors: John Bieser, Joseph Dibbern, Charles Diehl, James Goins, David Kelley, Rexford Maugans, Osborne McKinney, Lichih Peng, Robert Turley